Job Description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Position Purpose

The HVIP Hartford Collaborative is a three hospital-based violence intervention program serving victims of violence and those exposed to violence and its associated trauma. This position is based at three hospitals in Hartford: Connecticut Children’s, Hartford Hospital, and Trinity Health/Saint Francis (travel to each hospital for work is expected). The staff provide inpatient services and resources to help the participant address his/her/their traumatic injury and recovery and provide services to help the participant develop a Safety and Support Plan.

What you will do

• Provide service to patients affected by violence. Provides information, referrals and resources for clients. Assists in the care of complex patients to facilitate the delivery of cost-effective healthcare and in the identification of appropriate utilization of resources. Refer education and outreach program activities

• Round on patients while they are inpatient. Actively refer services and follow-up with patients of high risk; work collaboratively with client and/or family who are involved in the care of the client

• Refer clients to appropriate health resources and social services and support clients in accessing resources, particularly in regards to parents/caregivers

• Explain policies about confidential services to family members during the first visit. Provide education to caregivers and survivors about conditions that may impact trauma. Provide positive developmentally appropriate coaching in individual and group settings under the supervision of management

• Collect and track data for entry into the database. Participate in scholarly activities, presentations, train-the-trainer opportunities

• Provide support on safety and support planning, referring emergency assistance programs and or emergency shelter or housing

Minimum Qualifications

• Post high school education

• Two (2) years of experience in program development, community health and/or direct services to individuals impacted by trauma

• Experience working with adults, youth, and families OR an approved equivalent combination of education and experience

• Knowledge of diversity issues; grief and loss; social, economic, legal and medical systems; safety

• Ability to confront discrimination, prejudice, and fear; verbally de-escalate hostile situations

• Ability to read, write and communicate in Spanish is preferred

• Must have own transportation and proof of insurance

Position Highlights and Benefits

Full time 40 hours, mostly M-F with flexibility to meet the needs of the population served

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Francis Hospital is committed to exceeding the expectations of our patients and families by providing world-class service in a progressive, people-centered, compassionate health care environment. We are licensed for 617 beds and 65 bassinets, are a major teaching hospital and the largest Catholic hospital in New England.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.